Why Nintendo BANNED This Game for 20 Years...
90Did you know Nintendo blocked one of their own games from being re-released in North America for nearly two decades? In this video, we dive into the shocking story behind EarthBound—the cult classic RPG that was quietly kept in the vault by Nintendo for almost 20 years.
Originally launched in 1995 for the Super Nintendo (SNES), EarthBound seemed like just another RPG flop in the U.S.—until fans rallied behind it and turned it into a legendary underground hit. But why did Nintendo refuse to bring it back?
Turns out, EarthBound’s soundtrack contains music that closely resembles songs from The Beatles, The Beach Boys, and Monty Python. This sparked fears of copyright infringement, causing Nintendo to avoid re-releasing the game—especially in litigious regions like North America.
From fan petitions and Smash Bros appearances to a surprise re-release in 2013 on the Wii U Virtual Console, this story is one of legal risk, fan passion, and corporate mystery.
🎮 Learn the hidden history of EarthBound
⚖ ️ The copyright drama behind Nintendo’s decision
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